AMCI Interrupter

The AMCI Interrupter is a fully programmable; schedule interruption of a single or
group of rectifiers from the website. The interrupter features an LCD display with
preprogrammed functions (voltage, current, P/S voltage, AC power, battery voltage,
signal strength, interruption parameters) to simplify installation and verify web settings
When used in conjunction with the AMCI Smart Test Station, determine the
influence of each rectifier on test points along the
pipeline without the need of a site visit (see Test Point
graph). Interrupter is a multipurpose remote monitor
capable of functioning as a stand-alone monitor/data
logger, mesh node and network gateway.

Surge Protection

AMCI interrupter incorporates the latest low power
techniques (some of which are proprietary designs),
which enable the unit to use the latest battery technology. It operates on a small
nonhazardous rechargeable Li-Ion battery with an energy density of 2.6 AmpHrs. When
not interrupting, the AMCI interrupter requires only a brief 1 to 15 minute connection to
A/C power each day; statistically the surge risk is much lower, 90% to 99%, when
compared with a unit requiring an always "on" connection. Surge risk is further reduced
with relay isolation of 15,000V at the AC input. When isolating equipment from electrical
surges such as lightning transients; the typical approaches using only MOVs (metal oxide
varistor) and isolation transformers will not sufficient protection. Our equipment is
TOTALLY disconnected from all power sources (except optional solar) for most of the
day through high voltage relay isolation. To further isolate the interrupter, an
inconspicuous 3 sq.in. solar panel (optional) provides a reliable power source to
recharge the battery. The solar panel and battery pack have a design life of 8-10 years
under normal operating conditions.

Ample power is available for real time operation - receive commands, update calibration
data, alarm trip points, reporting frequencies, upgrade software, upload data files and
operate as data logger without supplemental power or compromising battery life.

Telemetry

The AMCI Smart Test Station is available with GSM/GPRS, CDMA, or satellite telemetry.
The satellite telemetry is small and compact; no need for extra power supplies (i.e. many
satellite transceivers have power consumption that can be 50 times greater); does not
require special installation procedures.